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EFCC Alleges Corrupt Civil Servants Behind Empty Estates

EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede says many deserted estates in Abuja were built with stolen public funds by civil servants. He revealed that a special team will begin tracing ownership of such properties nationwide. “Once they leave office and the money stops,...

Wike: I Like Money, That Doesn’t Make Me Corrupt

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says his wealth isn’t from politics but from his family background. Speaking on Politics Today, Wike said, “I like money—everyone needs it. That doesn’t make me corrupt.” He denied claims by Rotimi Amaechi that his Rolls Royce was...

Court Reserves Ruling in Ganduje, Wife’s Corruption Case

A Kano High Court has reserved ruling in a corruption case against APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, his wife Hafsat, and six others. They are facing an eight-count charge filed by the Kano State Government over alleged bribery, misappropriation, and...

EFCC Chair: Nigerians’ Double Standards Fuel Corruption Crisis

In Abuja on Friday, EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede voiced concern over Nigerians’ conflicting attitudes toward corruption. Speaking during a visit by officials from the Centre for Crisis Communication, he observed that while many citizens denounce corruption, they often back...

Obi: Corruption More Rampant in Government Than Among Yahoo Boys

Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has claimed that corruption is more pervasive within government circles than among internet fraudsters commonly referred to as "Yahoo boys." Speaking as the keynote speaker at Nexford University’s 4th graduation...

Former El-Rufai Aide Jimi Lawal Faces Corruption, Money Laundering Charges

Jimi Lawal, a former Senior Special Adviser to ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has been charged with corruption and money laundering by the ICPC. The five-count charge, filed at the Federal High Court in Kaduna, alleges that Lawal diverted over...

Weak Auditing Systems Driving Corruption – Reps

The House of Representatives has attributed Nigeria's persistent corruption to weaknesses in the country’s auditing and accounting systems, which they say deprive the government of crucial revenue and hinder development. Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Rep. Bamidele Salam,...

Court Orders Seizure of $49,700 Linked to Ex-INEC Official

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the temporary forfeiture of $49,700 allegedly recovered from Dr. Nura Ali, the former Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Sokoto State during the 2023 general elections. Justice Emeka Nwite issued the order on...

Corruption Stifling Nigeria’s Growth – World Bank

The World Bank and other stakeholders have called for decisive action against institutional corruption, emphasizing that sustainable growth and development in Nigeria depend on this effort. During a policy discussion on anti-corruption, Ndiamé Diop, the World Bank Country Director, highlighted...

Corruption Must Be Tackled from the Top, Says Obasanjo

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo emphasized that the fight against corruption must begin with leadership to be effective. Speaking during an interactive Zoom session titled Boiling Point Arena, Obasanjo described corruption as "hydra-headed," deeply entrenched in Nigerian society, and requiring...
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https://youtu.be/6Virtc72mAY Artist and curator Jemima Kakizi is bringing renewed energy and international connections to Rwanda’s growing contemporary art scene. Her...
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